" American Bison " Graphite Pencil Print   

Artist: Teresa Welling

From an original graphite pencil drawing by the artist

Portrait of a bison head facing straight toward the viewer

Choose from:

Framed Print

9" x 12" Giclee print matted in white matting

Framed in a black wooden frame with sawtooth hanger

16" x 20" as framed

Print Only

9" x 12" Giclee print

Inside a clear plastic sleeve and on hard cardboard backing for added protection

Ready for a frame of your choosing

Greeting Card

5.5" x 8.5" card with envelope

Blank inside for your personal message

Inside a plastic sleeve for added protection

Send to friends and family

Nice enough to be framed

From the artist:

This high-quality Giclee print showcases a detailed graphite drawing of an American Bison, capturing the majestic beauty and free spirit of the animal. The original drawing required a significant amount of time investment, close to 40 hours, to bring about it's true essence. Living near the Custer State Park of South Dakota for many years, I was inspired by these massive beasts and spent a great deal of time photographing them.

It is estimated that 30-100 million bison roamed the Great Plains before 1800. However, by the 1980s fewer than 1,000 remained. The US government slaughtered many in an organized effort to destroy the livelihood of the Plains Native Americans.

Despite the drastic decline in their population, the species has shown remarkable resilience and has since made a significant recovery. However, it is important to note that the species is sill considered near threatened, and their survival heavily depends on ongoing conservation efforts.

Bison, being though and confident animals, often react aggressively when they sense danger. Many human activities can be perceived as threatening to bison, so it is crucial to always respect their space.

The history of bison and Native Americans is deeply intertwined. Bison have been a cornerstone of Tribal culture, providing them with food, clothing, fuel, tools, shelter, and most importantly, spiritual value. Understanding and respecting this deep connection is crucial in our efforts to conserve these magnificent animals.

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